Delta-8 lotions, cream, & balms

A delta-8 topical is a lotion, cream, balm, salve, roll-on, or transdermal patch that contains delta-8 THC and is applied directly to the skin. Delta-8 is a cannabinoid found in cannabis in trace amounts, and in commercial products it is typically converted from hemp-derived CBD. Topicals are spread or rolled onto a chosen area rather than inhaled or swallowed, and most are formulated like ordinary body care items, with carrier oils, butters, waxes, and fragrance or essential oils in the mix. Patches are pressed onto clean, dry skin for the period listed on the packaging. Delta-8 legality varies by state and has changed several times in recent years, and some states restrict it, so check your local rules before buying.

A balm or salve is an anhydrous mix of oils, butters, and wax that sits on the surface and is reapplied as often as the label allows. A patch uses an adhesive matrix with permeation enhancers and is built to release its contents at a steady rate across the number of hours printed on the box. Balms list total delta-8 for the jar, so the amount per application depends on how much you use. Patches list milligrams per patch, which is easier to compare.

It depends on your state, because delta-8 rules vary and have changed recently. Browse delta-8 topicals on Leafly to see what listings look like, and check licensed dispensaries near you, since some markets sell these products only through licensed retailers.